6 Fuel Saving Tips
With the current conflicts causing supply-demand drivers have seen fuel prices skyrocket.
Wholesale prices have nearly doubled in less than a week. With such a sharp increase, suppliers are struggling to keep up. The price rise is then passed down the supply chain and ultimately reflected at the pumps.
For businesses that rely on their fleet to operate, this could see them in hot water. But there are a few simple steps you can take to help make your fuel stretch further.
Keep Clutter-Free
Keeping your vehicle clutter-free is the easiest way to reduce fuel expenditure.
Carrying extra weight will make your vehicle harder to get going. This means the engine will have to work harder and eat up more fuel. Every 25 kilograms of weight can increase fuel consumption by 1%. Giving your vehicle a little declutter every now and then is a simple way to help you save fuel.
Remove Roof Racks
Another way to reduce fuel usage is by removing any roof racks that aren’t in use.
This will reduce drag on your vehicle and make it easier to get going. A study from the Energy Saving Trust found that an empty roof box can add 39% drag to your vehicle. This resistance makes your vehicle harder to move through the air.
Tyre Pressure
Under and over-inflated tyres can cause issues to your vehicle.
It can also eat into your fuel usage. A study found your fuel consumption goes up by 3% for every 10% of your tyres are underinflated. It can also lead to reduced tyre life. Underinflated tyres can reduce your tyre life by up to 6000 miles.
Cooling and Heating
One thing drivers don’t tend to think of as using fuel is the car heating system.
Overusing the aircon or heaters in a vehicle can use up energy without drivers even noticing. Limiting your use of heating and cooling systems will help you use less energy and save fuel.
Under-Bonnet Checkups
Running a regular maintenance check on a vehicle can help spot a problem before it becomes too serious.
Spending just 5 minutes running through a basic vehicle checklist can make a big difference. Having regular vehicle services can also help you spot when your engine isn’t running as efficiently as it should. This will save you more fuel and money down the line.
Pre-Planning
Planning your route ahead of travel is the single best thing you can do when trying to cut fuel expenditure.
Spending more time idling in traffic is going to eat into your fuel without any payoff. A study from the Transport Research Foundation (TRF) found idling can cost up to 3p per minute. Pre-planning ahead of time to avoid congested areas can save you time on your journey and fuel in
your tank.
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6 Fuel Saving Tips
